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Dear Connect HS Families:
Robert and I have been able to share with most of our students and families, the bittersweet news that Ms. Letha Wells has decided to embark on a new journey and is no longer a member of the DV Connect HS Staff. We wish her well!!
We are currently working to find a new English teacher to join us. Until we do, Robert, Brendan and I will be working to create lessons for our students. We were also fortunate to secure long term subs that are familiar with Connect HS, will work together and ensure your students have meaningful continuation of learning.
We are happy to share that we will be administering the PSAT on October 25th. Juniors interested in taking the PSAT please email your counselor Sylvia Soria ssoria@davincischools.org, sophomores interested in taking the PSAT please email your counselor Kene Washington kwashington@davincischools.org. More detailed information about the PSAT will be sent out shortly.
Best,
Tami and Robert
REMINDERS:
9/15 (THIS Friday) NO SCHOOL
9/18 – 9/22 FALL Map Assessments (all grade levels)
10/16 - 10/20 Student Led Conferences (SLCs)
Why MAP Assessments? And revised class schedule….
MAP, or the Measure of Academic Progress, is an adaptive test* which helps teachers, parents, and administrators improve learning for all students and assist them in making informed decisions that promote a child's individual academic growth.
*Adaptive test -Computer-adaptive tests are designed to adjust their level of difficulty—based on the responses provided—to match the knowledge and ability of a test taker. If a student gives a wrong answer, the computer follows up with an easier question; if the student answers correctly, the next question will be more difficult.
Please have your student bring their chromebook fully charged (and with the charger to school).
Week of 9/18 ONLY (School begins and ends at the same time, however students will start their day in their advisory period for MAP assessment)
Advisory 9:15 - 11:15 (MAP Assessment)
1st Period 11:20- 12:20
Lunch - 12:20 - 12:50
2nd Period 12:55 - 2:00
3rd Period 2:05 - 3:15
Student TAP Cards for This School Year!!
We have student TAP cards available for pick up in the front office from Jacob or Luis.
Asynchronous Support Sign Up for the Week of September 18th.
(Please sign up by Sunday 9/17 at 6pm)
https://calendly.com/davinciconnecths/on-campus-async-support-week-of-september-18
Async Support Guidelines
1.Students should sign up only on their async day.
2. Please cancel 24 hours in advance to allow other students to attend.
3.Students will stay the entire day (9:15-3:15). Parents need to come in to sign students out even if they attend on asynchronous day, and attendance will be recorded.
4.Students will bring all required materials and assignments.
5.Students will adhere to all school rules.
6.This link will close Sunday at 6:00 PM.
Please click here if you are interested in learning more about how Connect is working to ensure that students are getting the support they need.
Coffee with Admin, thank you to all the families that joined Robert and I this past Monday. Our next meeting will be on Monday, October 9th at 5pm via ZOOM.
Here is the zoom link: Coffee with Admin.
Senior College Info Night with Erin
Tuesday September 12th 5pm-6pm on zoom link below.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://davincischools-org.zoom.us/j/8700340873
Meeting ID: 870 034 0873
Back to School Night / Open House
Tuesday, October 3rd at 5pm
(Please be on the lookout for specific times to attend, so that we avoid overcrowding)
Coming Soon!!!
Peer to Peer Math Support – Being offered on asynchronous days with Community Service opportunities for the Peer tutors.
Monthly Financial Literacy Modules– We are working with Dr. Adams, Educator and Founder of, Bridging the Gap, to provide customized financial literacy modules for our students in each grade level. The modules will be embedded into advisory classes.
DV Connect HS Leadership Advisor – Congrats to Emma Gressett!!
The Connect High Website will launch on September 18!!
Da Vinci Student Opportunities:
DV 2023-24 Drumline!!
General Interest Meeting on 9/14 at 4pm
201 N. Douglas St - 1st Fl Music Room
Da Vinci Student Board Member Opportunities – Applications are due by September 18th.
Each Da Vinci school has student representatives on the DV Board. Students participate in the monthly meetings and give specific information about their school. Connect HS is looking for student Board Representatives for the 2023-2024 school year.
Here is the link to apply for the DV Student Board Representative for Connect HS
Portal Learning!
Portal Learning launched this week! About 45 Connect students (9th-12th grade) have enrolled in the program and there is still room for 15 more students. On Day 1, students got a tour of Belkin International's global headquarters, heard from the first career panel, and engaged in a prototyping activity to learn Design Thinking skills. Check out photos here.
What is Portal Learning? Portal Learning is a career-connected learning program exclusively offered to Da Vinci Connect High Students, for free. Students in the program will attend Portal Learning one day per week from 9am-3pm to engage in purpose driven, project based, and experiential career learning that prepares them for college, career, or any path they choose after high school. The program takes place at the Portal site at Belkin International, allowing students to engage with 15+ employer partners across a wide range of industries.
Interested in learning more about the program? Join Portal for a Virtual Information Session on Friday 9/15 at 5pm. Sign up here.
Want to sign up for the program? Complete the Enrollment Form here.
Have questions? Email Val at v.green@portalschools.org
Become a Student Ambassador for Da Vinci Connect High School!
As an Ambassador, you will represent Connect HS and Da Vinci Schools tours, seminars, webinars, and so much more. You will work with visitors, prospective families, and industry partners to show what Da Vinci Connect has to offer. This is a great opportunity to share your knowledge and enjoyment of Connect High School with a broader community.
For fall semester, we will be accepting 10th-12th grade students. During the spring, we
will open up the application for 9th grade students. If you are interested, fill out the google form here or contact Ms. Amanda at amendoza@davincischools.org
Office hours for Fall 2023
Remember your student can make appointments to meet with their teachers during teachers office hours. Please click here to view the office hour schedule.
Learning Logs
Please click here to watch a 5 minute video explaining learning logs. If you have questions email Tina Hannouche at CHannouche@davincischools.org.
Learning Log #1 Due date September 28th.
SNHU Time!!
All 9th graders should have completed their SNHU applications by now. The SNHU student portal (Brightspace) will be available to students starting Monday, August 28, 2023. Students must submit at least one assignment in Brightspace by Friday, September 8, 2023. Failing to submit an assignment by that deadline will result in the student being dropped from SNHU for the rest of the Fall Semester.
Students will have the opportunity to enroll in SNHU for the Spring Semester… We will continue to send information in our newsletter! We have students working independently on SNHU this semester, Evelyn will be tracking their progress and checkin in with them in regards to assignment submissions and feedback from SNHU professors.
ASU Partnership
This fall we have been able to partner with Arizona State University (ASU) to offer Connect students ASU college coursework. We tried an ASU Psychology course in the Spring facilitated by Emma. We are happy to expand and be able to offer Biology and English 101.
Counseling Team
Erin Knott - 12th grade AND 9th grade (Last name A-E)
eknott@davincischools.org
Sylvia Soria - 11th grade AND 9th grade (Last name F-L)
ssoria@davincischools.org
Kene Washington - 10th grade AND 9th grade (Last name M-Z)
kwashington@davincischools.org
DV Athletics Blog and Information Page
Do you want Da Vinci Athletic information sent directly to you? If so, please subscribe to the athletic blog by clicking here.
A Message from Dr. Emily Green
Welcome back 23-24
Dear Parents, Guardians and Students,
Welcome back! I hope you had a relaxing, fun and healthy summer! Here is an update from the health team-
Health Accommodations/Needs: If your student needs health support during the school day or has any injury or accident you would like us to be aware of, please contact school nurse at egreen@davincischools.org. (example: is having an upcoming surgery, diagnosed with a new condition, experiences a concussion over the weekend, etc). Short term accommodations or referral for increased support can be put in place for your student.
Medications: If your child needs to take medication during the school day, we require physician and parent authorization, including over the counter medications. Medical Authorization Form. Students are strictly prohibited from bringing any medication to school unless this form is completed. This form can be emailed, faxed or dropped off on campus. For medication needs without authorization, parents are welcome to come to campus to administer.
Illnesses: Parents are encouraged NOT to send their child to school if they appear ill. A child should remain at home for their own welfare and for the protection of other students if they have a fever >99 degrees or if they are sick with symptoms such as productive cough, vomiting, diarrhea.
**COVID: Please continue to report all cases of COVID to egreen@davincischools.org. Students are asked to isolate for 5 days from illness onset or positive test per LA County Public Health protocols and we will assist in calculating the return timeline. Contact notices will be sent to families if there are 3 or more linked cases confirmed in our community. COVID tests are available at school for students to use and take home as needed. Masks are welcome and optional for all staff and students.
Emergency Contact: Please remember to notify us when there is a change in your emergency or work telephone numbers in case of emergency.
Heat: We are well into the summer heat and it will likely stay that way through our first weeks of school. Da Vinci staff encourages students to stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay informed of what heat exhaustion looks like. Make sure water is available during outdoor activities, take regular breaks and prioritize hydration!
Vision/ Hearing Screening: Students and families can request a vision and hearing screening. Vision vouchers for free eye exams and glasses are available for eligible families.
More information can be found at https://www.davincischools.org/health-services/
Thank you and here is to a safe, healthy and fun school year!
Emily Green, Rn, SN, PhD
Director of Health Services
egreen@davincischools.org
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